My Top 10 Movies of 2012- Part 1

I have been meaning to put up this post since New Year but I hadnt watched quite a few movies of 2012 because of the fact that their DVD screens hadn't been released yet so I waited patiently and I guess its safe to say I have managed to watch all the hyped about movies of the past year :P So lets get this started *rolls sleeves*

10. The Perks of being a Wallflower

This movie came as such a surprise because I wasnt really expecting much from this. Based on a book by Stephen Chbosky, it is a story about a disturbed teenager, Charlie, who has gone through some tough times and forms an unusual bond with two siblings Sam and Patrick who help him deal with the problems he's facing. This is such a nice movie, there is no other way to put it, I havent read the book which I think was a good thing because 95% of the times I end up hating movies based on books. The cast has done a wonderful job, and Emma Watson really surprised me, I was convinced before watching this movie that she will never be able to fit in any other role after her trademark Hermione Granger in Harry Potter movies but she definitely proved me wrong. The girl has got some real potential, and the moment the movie started, I didnt even think for a second that this was the same girl who played the role of the famous witch in 8 movies previously. This movie will make you laugh, cry and think. DO watch it.

9. Barfi

Anyone who knows me can vouch for me that I absolutely detest Indian movies, unless Amir Khan is involved,  I just cant stand the absurd dancing and the oh-so-common stance of Indian directors ripping off every movie from Hollywood. So this might come as quite a shock to my friends but I absolutely loved Barfi, this movie is definitely not your average Indian movie. Based in the 70s era, its a story about a guy named Barfi who has a hearing and speech disability. He falls for a rich girl Shruti but due to the class difference , Shruti reluctantly turns him down. This is when certain circumstances arise and he comes in contact with Jhilmil, who is autistic. Now we before you jump off the wagon and claim it to be one of those mushy complicated love triangle movies, hold on because its definitely not. Barfi is like a breath of fresh air in Bollywood cinema and Im so glad that finally someone is breaking the norms and making movies which arent your typical mar dhar and love stories and definitely not a rip off. I wasnt a fan of Ranbir Kapoor before this, mind you, but Im definitely rooting for him now. He was brilliant, and I look forward to his future ventures. 

8. Flight

Denzel Washington. Nuff Said. I think its safe to say that Denzel Washington is one of the best black actors of our time, the guy just keeps getting better and better. The movie is all about Denzel's performance, who plays the role of a pilot. There is a bit of an action but other than that, the story revolves around his life and how it gets disrupted because of his alcohol addiction. A must watch for Denzel Washington's fans.

7. Les Mierables

Musicals are SO not my thing. Having said that, this movie is still in my top 10 list. Why? Well because of the amazing performances. Hugh Jackman really pulled out all the stops in this one and Anne Hathaway blew me away, she was astounding. The movie is set in post revolutionary France and is about a prisoner who tries to re build his life after fleeing from his parole and is then hunted by Russel Crowe. My most favorite scenes of the film were those involving Helena Bonham Carter and Sasha Baron Cohan :D You have to watch the movie to know what Im talking about. Needless to say, hilarious. I loved the costumes, they were spot on. Watch it if you love musicals , and for those of you who dont, do give it a try.  

6. Silver Linings Playbook

Based on the book by Matthew Quick, Silver Linings Playbook is a story about a former teacher Pat Solitano( Bradley Cooper) who is dealing with mental issues and is released from the mental institution by his mother against doctors' advice and tries to reconcile with his ex wife. During this he comes across a girl named Tiffany(Jennifer Lawrence) who is dealing with issues of her own. Together they try to help each other out. This movie was so funny, I was laughing out loud in some scenes. Both of them did a great job and Robert De Niro who plays Pat's father was so amazing. Watch it, Im sure you will love it.


This post turned out to be longer than I expected so I have decided to divide it into parts to make sure you guys dont get tired and bored by reading my prolonged explanations about the movies :P... The second part will be out shortly ;)

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